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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Leena Maria Paul denied bail in Rs 200 crore scam case by SC; cites health issues
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actress and model Leena Maria Paul has faced a legal blow as the Supreme Court dismissed her bail plea in the Rs 200 crore financial fraud case tied to notorious conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar. Leena, who is a co-accused in the case, sought bail on health grounds, claiming she has been suffering from tuberculosis and has been imprisoned for over three and a half years. According to Asianet News, the Supreme Court, however, refused to intervene at this stage, citing that her bail application is already under consideration by the Delhi High Court. The bench noted that it would be inappropriate to entertain her plea while the matter is still pending before the lower court. The court directed her to approach them again, if necessary, after the High Court delivers its verdict. John Abraham's co-star Leena Maria Paul arrested Supreme Court urges quick hearing in HC According to the reports, while rejecting Leena's request, the Supreme Court acknowledged the delay in the High Court's decision-making process and urged the latter to expedite the hearing. Leena had argued that her prolonged custody, coupled with her deteriorating health, warranted immediate relief. However, the court emphasized procedural discipline and instructed her to wait for the outcome of the ongoing High Court proceedings. The actress had highlighted that she has been in judicial custody since 2021 and is suffering from a chronic illness, which she believes should be considered a valid ground for bail. Despite these arguments, the top court remained firm on not bypassing the due process already in motion. Tied to Sukesh Chandrasekhar's Rs 200 crore scam For the unversed, Leena Maria Paul was arrested in connection with a sensational fraud case in which Sukesh Chandrasekhar and his team allegedly extorted Rs 200 crore from Aditi Singh, the wife of Shivinder Singh—former promoter of Fortis Healthcare. The con involved promises to secure bail for Shivinder and his brother Malvinder Mohan Singh, both of whom are in jail on separate financial crime charges. On the work front, Leena is known for her roles in Malayalam films like 'Husbands in Goa', 'Cobra', 'Nandalala', and 'Red Chillies alongside Mohanlal.
India Gazette
19-05-2025
- India Gazette
Delhi HC hears Leena Maria Paul's bail plea in money laundering case
New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Delhi High Court heard arguments on behalf of Sukesh Chandrasekhar's wife Leena Maria Paul in a money laundering case on Monday. She has sought bail on the grounds of the period of custody, parity, and provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) related to women accused. The actor has been in custody for the last three years and seven months. A single bench of justice Shalinder Kaur is dealing with Leena Maria Paul's bail application, which was filed last year. The court has listed the matter for hearing the prosecution's arguments on July 2. Advocate Anant Malik, along with John Paul Edison, appeared for the petitioner, Leena. He argued that despite being in custody for around three years and seven months, charges have not been framed against her yet. At the same time, other co-accused were granted bail by the High Court and the trial court. He further argued that the accused Jacqueline Fernandez was not arrested during the investigation. She was granted bail on the appearance on the summons issued to her It was also argued that the twin condition under Section 45 of PMLA also has a provision related to the woman accused. It was submitted that on December 14, 2021, a complaint was filed against the petitioner and others, 178 witnesses. The matter is still at the stage of arguements on charges on behalf of the accused persons. Accused Pradeep Ramdani, Avtar Singh Kochar, Pinki Irani,and Jacqueline Fernandez are on bail, advocate Malik argued. Petitioner's role is similar to that of Fernandez, he added. Her last bail application was rejected on May 19, 2023 at which time arguments on the charge was still going on. Still arguments on charges are going on behalf of the accused and nothing had changed. He further submitted that Avtar Singh Kochar was granted bail on grounds of delay. While granting the bail, the Supreme Court's judgment in the Manish Sisodia case was also mentioned. A woman is entitled to special treatment while considering the bail of a woman under PMLA, the counsel said. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has opposed the bail plea by submitting that section 45 (2) is not applicable to a woman accused. The Supreme Court has already decided what is to be considered, the ED said. The twin conditions of Section 45 are in addition to the provision of 439 CrPC. Besides, the conduct of the accused is also to be looked into while considering the bail plea. (ANI)
